Clunk or Thump Noise Over Bumps - keywords body bumper frame hitch rattle rear steering suspension
| Subject: | Clunk Or Thump Noise Over Bumps |
| Models: | 2007 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV |
| 2007 Chevrolet, Suburban, Tahoe |
| 2007 GMC Yukon, Yukon Denali, Yukon XL, Yukon Denali XL |
The following diagnosis might be helpful if the vehicle exhibits the symptom(s) described in this PI.
Condition/Concern:
Some owners may comment of a clunk or thump type noise from the rear of the vehicle when driving on rough roads or over bumps. This noise may be coming from the rear bumper assembly. There are two metal tabs (right and left side) which fold over the front of the lower bumper reinforcement. The tabs can be seen by raising the vehicle (see picture). The noise can be caused by contact between the metal tab and lower bumper reinforcement.
Recommendation/Instructions:
To correct this concern bend both the left and right tabs away (forward) from the lower reinforcement.
Please follow this diagnostic or repair process thoroughly and complete each step. If the condition exhibited is resolved without completing every step, the remaining steps do not need to be performed.
